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August 9, 2010

Katherine Marshall Blogs: Orphan Debates

There are few sadder fates than to be a child abandoned in Cambodia. Every day newspapers carry stories about trafficked children, harsh child labor, and abused children. Last week alone one report reminded readers where they could drop off unwanted babies..

August 3, 2010

A Discussion with Scilla Elworthy, Director, Oxford Research Group

Katherine Marshall interviews Scilla Elworthy, Director of the Oxford Research Group, about her many years of work on peace, with a special focus on women. Her approach emphasizes dialogue and understanding as she links issues at the global level with women's roles in working for peace at the local level.

August 3, 2010

Jose Casanova Lectured on the Sociology of Religion in Beijing

The Berkley Center's Jose Casanova gave a series of prestigious lectures on the sociology of religion in Beijing last week. The lectures were part of the seventh "Summer Institute for Scientific Study of Religion" held at Renmin University of China in Beijing from July 28 through August 7.

August 2, 2010

Katherine Marshall Blogs: Closure for Cambodia

Phnom Penh was hot, noisy, and bustling last week. Cars, motorcycles, and the ubiquitous tuk tuks (motorcycle taxis) raced through the city with perpetual near collisions. Markets were full. Children were everywhere. There were clouds gathering, but the coming storms of the rainy season held off...

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